Description: Touching From a Distance by Deborah Curtis The only in-depth biographical account of the legendary lead singer of Joy Division. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The only in-depth biographical account of the legendary lead singer of Joy Division, written by his widow. Includes a foreword by Jon Savage and an introduction by Joy Division drummer, Steven Morris.Revered by his peers and idolized by his fans, Ian Curtis left behind a legacy rich in artistic genius. Mesmerizing on stage but introverted and prone to desperate mood swings in his private life, Curtis died by his own hand on 18 May 1980.Touching from a Distance documents how, with a wife, child and impending international fame, Curtis was seduced by the glory of an early grave. Regarded as the essential book on the essential icon of the post-punk era, Touching from a Distance includes a full set of Curtiss lyrics and a discography and gig list. Notes A new edition of the only in-depth biographical account of the legendary lead singer of Joy Division, written by his widow. Published to coincide with This Is A Permanence: Lyrics & Notebooks Of Ian Curtis this autumn. Author Biography Deborah Curtis is the author of Touching from a Distance, her memoir of Ian Curtis, lead singer of Joy Division. Promotional Touching From a Distance by Deborah Curtis is the only in-depth biographical account of the legendary lead singer of Joy Division, Ian Curtis. Long Description The only in-depth biographical account of the legendary lead singer of Joy Division. The only in-depth biographical account of the legendary lead singer of Joy Division, written by his widow. Includes a foreword by Jon Savage and an introduction by Joy Division drummer, Steven Morris. Revered by his peers and idolized by his fans, Ian Curtis left behind a legacy rich in artistic genius. Mesmerizing on stage but introverted and prone to desperate mood swings in his private life, Curtis died by his own hand on 18 May 1980. To uching from a Distance d ocuments how, with a wife, child and impending international fame, Curtis was seduced by the glory of an early grave. Regarded as the essential book on the essential icon of the post-punk era, Touching from a Distance includes a full set of Curtiss lyrics and a discography and gig list. Review Text A courageous, affecting biography. Promotional "Headline" Touching From a Distance by Deborah Curtis is the only in-depth biographical account of the legendary lead singer of Joy Division, Ian Curtis. Details ISBN0571313604 Author Deborah Curtis Year 2014 ISBN-10 0571313604 ISBN-13 9780571313600 Media Book Publication Date 2014-10-02 Publisher Faber & Faber Pages 240 Imprint Faber & Faber Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 782.42166092 Replaces 9780571224814 Edition Main Audience Age 0-0 Position Author Format Paperback Language English UK Release Date 2014-10-02 AU Release Date 2014-10-02 Edition Description Main Audience General NZ Release Date 2014-11-18 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:84262784;
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Book Title: Touching from a Distance
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Author: Deborah Curtis
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Language: English
Publisher: Faber & Faber
Publication Year: 2014
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Number of Pages: 240 Pages